The Conscious Wellness Meditation program is supported by extensive scientific research demonstrating the benefits of meditation on psychological well-being. Key evidence-based fundamentals include :
Mindfulness and Cognitive Function :
- Mindfulness Meditation and
Brain Structure: Mindfulness
meditation increases cortical
thickness in brain regions
associated with attention,
self-awareness, and emotional
regulation (Holzel et al.,
2011).
- Cognitive Flexibility:
Mindfulness enhances cognitive
flexibility, allowing
individuals to adapt more
effectively to changing
situations and reduce cognitive
rigidity (Zeidan et al., 2010).
Emotional Regulation and Stress Reduction :
- Amygdala Response: Mindfulness
meditation reduces amygdala
reactivity, improving emotional
regulation (Desbordes et al.,
2012).
- Stress Reduction: Practices
like breath awareness and loving
kindness meditation lower
cortisol levels (Kemeny et al.,
2012).
Self-Awareness and Insight :
- Self-Reflection and Insight
Meditation: Vipassana meditation
enhances self-awareness and
promotes deeper understanding of
personal thought patterns and
behaviors, contributing to
self-improvement and personal
growth (Sze et al., 2010).
- Non-Self (Anatta) and
Well-Being: Understanding the
concept of non self reduces
egocentric bias and fosters a
balanced view of oneself in
relation to others, enhancing
overall well-being (Dambrun &
Ricard, 2011).
Compassion and Altruism :
- Empathy and Compassion
Training: Loving-kindness and
compassion meditations increase
empathy and prosocial behavior,
fostering connectedness and
altruism (Klimecki et al.,
2014).
- Neural Correlates of
Compassion: Compassion
meditation activates brain areas
associated with empathy and
emotional regulation, such as
the insula and anterior
cingulate cortex (Lutz et al.,
2008).
Cognitive Flexibility and Adaptability :
- Growth Mindset and Resilience:
Meditation promotes a growth
mindset, associated with
increased resilience and the
ability to adapt to challenges
(Dweck, 2006).
- Problem-Solving and
Creativity: Mindfulness enhances
problem solving skills and
creativity by promoting
divergent thinking and reducing
cognitive fixation (Colzato et
al., 2012).
Achieving Optimal States and Well-Being :
Flow States: Meditation
facilitates flow states,
characterized by deep engagement
and optimal performance, leading
to increased satisfaction and
well-being (Csikszentmihalyi,
1990).
- PERMA and Well-Being: Regular
meditation supports the elements
of the PERMA model, promoting
holistic well-being and life
satisfaction (Seligman, 2011).
The Conscious Wellness Coaching program is supported by extensive scientific research demonstrating the benefits of integrated coaching practices on psychological well-being. Key evidence-based fundamentals include :
Positive Psychology and Well-Being :
- Emphasizing strengths and
positive emotions to enhance
overall wellbeing (Seligman,
2011).
- Building resilience to help
individuals bounce back from
adversity (Reivich & Shatté,
2002).
Mindfulness and Cognitive Function :
- Increasing cortical thickness
in brain regions associated with
attention and emotional
regulation (Holzel et al.,
2011).
- Enhancing cognitive
flexibility (Zeidan et al.,
2010).
Emotional Regulation and Stress Reduction :
- Reducing amygdala reactivity
through mindfulness practices
(Desbordes et al., 2012).
- Lowering cortisol levels and
reducing stress (Kemeny et al.,
2012).
Self-Awareness and Insight :
- Promoting self-awareness and
deeper understanding through
Vipassana meditation (Sze et
al., 2010).
- Enhancing overall well-being
by reducing egocentric bias
(Dambrun & Ricard, 2011).
Compassion and Altruism :
- Increasing empathy and
prosocial behavior through
compassion training (Klimecki et
al., 2014).
- Activating brain areas
associated with empathy and
emotional regulation (Lutz et
al., 2008).
Cognitive Flexibility and Adaptability :
- Promoting a growth mindset and
resilience (Dweck, 2006).
- Enhancing problem-solving
skills and creativity (Colzato
et al., 2012). 7. Achieving
Optimal States and Well-Being:
- Facilitating flow states for
increased satisfaction
(Csikszentmihalyi, 1990).
- Supporting holistic well-being
and life satisfaction through
the PERMA model (Seligman,
2011).
